Office of Sarbananda Sonowal

Office of Shri Sarbananda Sonowal | Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India | Ex-CM, Assam

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Doing it for the Planet, Powering a Green Maritime Revolution! 🌏

India’s maritime sector and water transport networks are 12 years deep into a massive green transformation, guided by the Net Zero 2070 vision of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji.

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, here’s a thread on some major milestones shaping Bharat's green maritime future 🧵

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

प्रखर राष्ट्रवादी, राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ के द्वितीय सरसंघचालक, परम पूजनीय श्री माधव सदाशिवराव गोलवलकर 'गुरुजी' को उनकी पुण्यतिथि पर शत-शत नमन।

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

The Earth is our only home, and protecting it is our shared responsibility.

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let us pledge to safeguard our natural heritage - one tree, one habit and one conscious choice at a time.

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Congratulations and best wishes to all the Hon'ble MLAs who will take oath tomorrow as Cabinet Ministers of Assam.

May the spirit of Seva and Samarpan guide you in fulfilling the aspirations of the people.

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Charting a transformative roadmap along with Hon'ble CM of West Bengal Shri @SuvenduWB Ji and Union MoS Shri @Shantanu_bjp Ji in Kolkata to channel over ₹19,000 crore into the state's maritime infra.

Our strategic focus:
📌 Modernising the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port
📌 Expanding inland waterways networks
📌 Boosting shipbuilding & repair capabilities

These initiatives will generate over 62,500 jobs and strengthen regional logistics ecosystem. Led by the vision of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, we are harnessing Bengal's immense maritime potential to accelerate the Viksit Bharat journey.

[Suvendu Adhikari @SuvenduWB]

Honoured to welcome Hon'ble Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways; Shri Sarbananda Sonowal Ji at Nabanna today.
We engaged in a highly productive discussion regarding key development initiatives and various ongoing issues related to the Port Trust in West Bengal.
Hon'ble Minister of State, Shri Shantanu Thakur was also present.
Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) is continuously driving transformative growth to boost Maritime Infrastructure and Economic opportunities in our region, especially developing a new Deep Sea Port in Purba Medinipur district under the ambitious Sagarmala Project.
Extremely grateful to Hon'ble Minister for his time, valuable insights, and steadfast commitment toward the holistic development of West Bengal's Maritime Sector.

@PMOIndia @sarbanandsonwal @Shantanu_bjp @shipmin_india

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Delighted to meet Hon'ble CM of West Bengal Shri @SuvenduWB ji in Kolkata. His dynamism and dedication to Bengal have brought in a historic era of change for the state.

Extended my best wishes for his new role. The Double Engine Govt is fully geared up to fast-track development and unlock Bengal’s true potential.

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Yoga is gaining tremendous popularity across the world! Tomorrow, on 4th June, a very special competition, the 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 commences in Ahmedabad. This platform has brought together Yoga enthusiasts from around the world. It is a significant milestone on the global sporting roadmap for Yogasana. I will be joining the event via technology as well at around 6:40 PM tomorrow evening. My compliments to those who have organised such an innovative event and best wishes to all taking part.

@yogasanabharat

@worldyogasana

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Glad to be at the @ABPNews's India @2047 Conclave in New Delhi, where I spoke about the remarkable transformation of India’s maritime sector over the past 12 years.

Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, India today is powered by modern ports, robust waterways and a bold vision for a Viksit Maritime Bharat.

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves the upgradation of the Khagaria-Purnea Section of NH-31 and NH-231 to the 4-Lane standard in Bihar on BOT (Toll) Mode at a cost of ₹3936.05 crore.

#CabinetDecisions

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves the widening of the Armoor–Jagtial–Mancherial section of NH-63 and the Jagtial–Karimnagar section of NH-563 in Telangana to 4 lane standard.

The project spans 190.76 km with a total investment of ₹7,597.16 crore.

#CabinetDecisions

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves the construction of a new coastal highway from Rameshwar to Paradeep, spanning a total length of 163.180 Km.

The total cost of the project stands at ₹8300.79 crore.

#CabinetDecisions

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves the upgradation of existing intermediate lane to 2 Lane with Paved Shoulder Standard of Hiwarkhedi-Roshni-Ashapur-Rudhy Section of NH-347B and widening of existing 2 lane to 4 lane from Deshgaon-Julwaniya Section of NH-347B in Madhya Pradesh.

#CabinetDecisions

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves the Scheme for support to NCRPB for replacement of old trucks and buses in the Delhi-NCR area.

This landmark two-year scheme aims at reducing air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region and promoting cleaner mobility.
#CabinetDecisions

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Cabinet chaired by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji approves one-time budgetary support not exceeding ₹10,000 crore for Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to provide ATF price stabilisation support to Scheduled Indian Airlines for their domestic and international operations.

#CabinetDecisions

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[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Live: Speaking at @ABPNews's India@2047 Conclave in New Delhi.

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[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Delighted to meet the Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party of Nepal Mr. Rabi Lamichhane. I welcome and fully share his desire to work closely together for a shared and prosperous future.

Nepal is a priority partner under our Neighbourhood First policy and we look forward to collaborating with the new government to elevate the special and multifaceted relationship between our two countries to greater heights.

@hamrorabi

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

Greetings on #WorldBicycleDay.

Let us embrace the simple habit of cycling and collectively nurture a healthier lifestyle for a greener and sustainable tomorrow.

#WorldBicycleDay2026

[Sarbananda Sonowal @sarbanandsonwal]

समुद्र, सुरक्षा और समृद्धि - a special interaction with @sansad_tv on India's maritime sector.

Watch Live! https://t.co/bpfxOPb2Na